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"The one that can do it all."
"The one that can do it all."
Customers and enthusiasts were asking for a more hardcore version of their F-150 full-size pickup truck, so in 2010 Ford introduced the first-ever SVT Raptor. But then seven years later, the all-new second-generation F-150 Raptor comes out with the work of Ford Performance, and it defies what it is to be truly "the one that can do it all".
Cab Configurations & Package Levels
Cab Configurations & Package Levels
Package levels and pricing only applies to the 2019 model year Ford Raptor.
800A SuperCab
800A SuperCab
MSRP $52,855
MSRP $52,855
800A SuperCrew
800A SuperCrew
MSRP $55,840
MSRP $55,840
801A SuperCab
801A SuperCab
MSRP $55,960
MSRP $55,960
801A SuperCrew
801A SuperCrew
MSRP $58,945
MSRP $58,945
802A SuperCab
802A SuperCab
MSRP $62,220
MSRP $62,220
802A SuperCrew
802A SuperCrew
MSRP $65,205
MSRP $65,205
Exterior Design
Exterior Design
BIG AND MENACING. That's really the only way to explain the Raptor.
Up front, the Raptor starts off with standard full LED headlights and LED turn signals. But that's where the similarities to the regular F-150 end. The grille is made slightly larger, and FORD is spelled out across it, in addition to three clearance lights to signify this truck is six inches wider than the regular F-150 (which it also is required by law to have those lights if the vehicle is over 80 inches wide). There's also a taller hood, extremely flared fenders, a steel front bumper with no fog lights, as well as a metal front bash plate for when those rocks want a taste of the dinosaur. Back to the fog lights, they're not available for the Raptor. Yes, aftermarket sells them, but don't expect them to come standard from the factory.
The off-road looks of the Raptor doesn't stop when you come around the side. There's large gray cladding around the fenders, there's a functional hood vent on the fenders, and there's only two 17-inch rim choices. What's even crazier is that the Raptor has one of the widest tires available in the car industry. 315mm tires. All around. That's nuts. So the Raptor measures in at 231 inches, 220 for the SuperCab variant, and it only comes with a 5.5-foot bed. I would get the SuperCrew cab configuration because the SuperCab is very tight in the rear.
The rear looks like your average F-150, but it is much more off-road equipped. Black tow hooks sit inside the matte gray dual exhaust tips, and the Raptor will have a plastic piece running across the tailgate, but the one we reviewed had that piece removed (it's a free option if you don't like tacky plastics).
The Raptor can tow between 6,000 and 8,000 pounds, and haul 1,000 to 1,200 pounds for the SuperCab and SuperCrew, respectively. Those are still impressively strong numbers for an off-road truck with 11 inches of front suspension travel and 12 in the rear and all the off-road goodies it has. An option that should be made standard on ALL Raptors is the assist step. You just press this button on the top of the tailgate, slide it out, pull the yellow circle, and then raise it up. It makes getting into the Raptor super easy, and it is the most convenient use of this feature compared to rivals.
Interior Design
Interior Design
Ford didn't mess with the interior too much in the Raptor, but you will be able to tell some differences when you first jump in.
The steering wheel is different, and it has a red stripe up top of it with perforation. The Raptor is the only F-150 to have paddle shifters, and the paddle shifters look like they came straight off the GT supercar. They are real metal, and when you use them, they sound absolutely amazing.
The gearshift is also different, as you can only carry up to five passengers in the Raptor. The gearshift is a bit more beefy, but it doesn't look much different than the standard F-150 with the shift lever in the center console.
Unfortunately I have to say, Ford cheapened out on materials in the Raptor. The entire dashboard is comprised of hard touch materials, and so is the tops of the door sills, but at least the armrest is nicely padded.
Getting into the back, the SuperCrew variant is the way to go. It's got one of the roomiest cabs in its class, and with me being over six feet tall, even with the seat adjusted the whole way back, I had nearly a foot of leg room, and same can be said for headroom. The seat bottoms fold up to reveal a completely flat load floor, where you can actually fit two average weight adult males side by side! The seat backs also fold down to reveal a little bit more storage, but definitely the SuperCrew Raptor is the one to get.
Storage in the F-150 is best-in-class. The center console storage bin is so large, you can probably stick a gallon of milk in it, and put two half gallons in there too! There's also more storage just under the climate controls, there's plenty of pockets in the door panels, there's more storage in the rear door panels; the F-150 has you covered for work and play.
Safety & Technology
Safety & Technology
For 2019, Ford made their Ford Co-Pilot360 driver assist package standard on all F-150 models. This includes Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Automatic High Beams, Rear View Camera with Dynamic Hitch Assist, among many others. It's a nice touch by Ford, since they were the first full-size truck to offer automatic emergency braking, as well as the first to make it standard.
Ford was the first-ever full-size pickup truck evaluated by IIHS to earn a Top Safety Pick award. For 2015, the SuperCrew earned the award, but the SuperCab didn't because of missing structural members located just in front of the toepan that help reduce intrusion, earning a Marginal rating. But for 2016, that was rectified, and it earned a Good rating. The F-150 SuperCrew earned a Good rating in the passenger side small overlap crash test, but the SuperCab was not evaluated, but expecting how short it took Ford to fix the SuperCab variant for 2016, it's no doubt it'll get a Good rating.
Headlights are a struggle for the F-150. The base halogen headlights earned a Poor rating due to poor visibility, and the LED projector headlights on Lariat 502A, King Ranch, Raptor, Platinum, and Limited trims faired worse with some of the worst glare in the class tested. Ford needs to fix the headlights, as for 2019, no F-150 earned the Top Safety Pick award. It also won't be the first to get the award, as the Ram 1500 just recently earned a Top Safety Pick+ award.
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Driving Impressions
Driving Impressions
I was unable to take the Raptor out on the road, but I was able to drive it around the dealership parking lot.
The second-generation Raptor swaps the big 6.2L V8 for a high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6, which I am a fan of the change. A lot of criticism came to Ford when they revealed it would only have a twin-turbo V6, but the sound of the engine and how deep, throaty, and vocal it is satisfies me. It also made the Raptor lighter, by some 750 pounds (!). That also opened up for the 10-speed automatic co-developed with GM, all to make the truck as fast as possible.
And that's what Ford did. The 5,700-pound behemoth throws itself to 60 mph in an incredible 5 seconds flat, and it will tear the hell out of the tires even in four-wheel-drive when you floor it, even with traction control on! The truck is super fast.
The Raptor though has earned tons of praise for how soft the ride is. The Fox shocks have the best balance between a firm ride quality as well as a soft and comfortable highway cruiser. Also, despite having 11 inches of ground clearance, the Raptor doesn't feel as boat-like as you think it may seem. When you quiet it down, it is a comfortable, smooth, and effortless truck to drive.
By adopting an all-aluminum body and switching to the V6 attached to a 10-speed automatic boosted the Raptor's fuel economy by an astonishing 23%, from 11 city, 16 highway, and 13 combined up to 15 city, 18 highway, and 16 combined, increases of 4, 2, and 3 MPG respectively. That is an incredible jump, considering the old Raptor was much over 6,000 pounds, and had that 6.2L V8 from the Super Duty. I have no doubt that 10-speed is the reason why the city mileage jumped up substantially.
The F-150's safety systems never pinged at me or tried to tell me I was a bad driver, but it is nice that a rear sensing system comes standard on even the 800A Raptors.
The Raptor was an amazing truck to drive, and it surprised me how well it did both spirited and relaxed driving.
Performance
Performance
The second-generation Raptor gets rid of the old 6.2L V8 and 6-speed automatic combo for a new 3.5L EcoBoost V6 with a 10-speed automatic to ensure the best power delivery and fuel economy.
The Explorer is the only three-row SUV in the segment to have a 10-speed automatic. This beats the Chevrolet Traverse and Honda Pilot that have 9-speed automatics, and the Dodge Durango with an 8-speed, among many other competitors.
Performance Figures
Performance Figures
3.5L H/O twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6
Horsepower (hp @ RPM)
450 @ N/A
450 @ N/A
Torque (lb/ft @ RPM)
510 @ N/A
510 @ N/A
Transmission(s)
10-speed automatic
10-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Part-time 4WD^
Part-time 4WD^
EPA Fuel Economy (city/hwy)*
15 / 18
15 / 18
0-60 Time
5.0 seconds
5.0 seconds
^ - The Raptor has both a 4WD and AWD system, as it has a 4A mode and the regular two-speed transfer case (4H and 4L)
Final Verdict & REVIEWS Score
Final Verdict & REVIEWS Score
The Raptor is an excellent truck to own, and no doubt it will be reliable and fun to drive for many years to come.
The Raptor is an excellent truck to own, and no doubt it will be reliable and fun to drive for many years to come.
77/85 | Accumulated Score
77/85 | Accumulated Score
08 | Reliability
08 | Reliability
10 | Ergonomics
10 | Ergonomics
10 | Value
10 | Value
09 | Innovation
09 | Innovation
09 | Electronics
09 | Electronics
10 | Wow factor
10 | Wow factor
08 | Safety
08 | Safety
64/70 | Subtotal Score
64/70 | Subtotal Score
13/15 | Subjective Category
13/15 | Subjective Category
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